Shillong, May 13: A BJP Meghalaya delegation, led by Cabinet Minister Sanbor Shullai and BJP MLA A. L. Hek, met with Central Minister of State for Education Dr. Sukanta Majumdar and apprised him of the prevailing situation in NEHU. The party delegation and the Minister talked about the complete breakdown of administration in the University owing to the long absence of the VC from his head office. The shortage of staff, the falling standards of amenities, the lack of proper guidance, the rising grievances, all of which have combined to create an atmosphere that’s detrimental to the students.
The BJP Meghalaya delegation requested urgent intervention by the Central Ministry to ensure smooth functioning of North East’s premium university. The delegation stressed upon the need for a replacement, a new Vice Chancellor who has indepth understanding of local culture, ethos and needs. Dr. Majumdar assured BJP Meghalaya members that the matter would be taken up with the Cabinet Minister for Education immediately, keeping in mind the future of students, to ensure that NEHU returns to optimal operational levels at the earliest.
